nutrients required by the body in small amounts for health

organic micronutrients that are essential for the human body

inorganic micronutrients needed for growth, development and health

food and drinks that provide specifi nutrients

the role of the nutrient to keep the body healthy

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Micronutrients

Cooking and nutrition

Pupils describe the source and function of macro and micro nutrients, as well as fibre and water in the diet for health. The concept of energy balance is reviewed, and pupils undertake nutritional analysis of recipes.

Energy and nutrients: source and function

True or false? An adequate intake of micronutrients is possible by always eating the same types of foods.

liver, fortified spreads, green leafy vegetables, carrots

bread, fortified breakfast cereals, meat, beans

{{  }} helps to build and maintain strong bones and teeth.

to make thyroid and it helps the brain to function normally.

to make red blood cells, which carry oxygen around the body.

to build and maintain strong bones and teeth.

Decide if you are analysing a recipe or diet.

Add each ingredient or food, including its weight.

Create a food label or change the number of portions.

Put the following instructions of how to perform nutritional analysis in the correct order.

What is the healthy eating model for the UK called?

over time this will lead to energy balance.

When energy intake is higher than energy output …

What are the two largest food groups from the Eatwell Guide?

It is recommended that we consume __________  drinks per day.

{{  }} labels can help us make healthier choices between two similar food products.

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Micronutrients

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.